Topic of the Month (June 2023)
Each month a relevant topic and several sub-topics are covered in detail. For the Topic of the Month, content following a common thread is developed by BUILD UP Editorial Board in collaboration with the Board of Ambassadors and other relevant experts in the field. This includes producing articles, case studies, webinars and more, all in line with the specific topic selected. Relevant events are also identified and highlighted.
Topics of the Month are announced at the end of the previous month in our website and newsletter. Please write us if you wish to know more about our upcoming topics of the month.
This month, the ToM is "Increasing energy efficiency and energy affordability for households”. Be ready for these subtopics:
- Energy Efficiency Measures
- Financing investments/schemes for households
- Clean energy transition
and more!
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A new study explores Plus Energy Buildings (PEBs) as a step beyond net zero energy buildings (nZEB), highlighting their benefits and the need for comprehensive evaluation across energy, environmental, and economic criteria.
Publication
24/06/2024
Stefano Boeri Architetti’s 'Urban Oasis' in Bratislava will transform a neglected industrial area into a sustainable community hub centred around a large public park and eco-friendly buildings.
News
24/06/2024
The PEN approach, bolstered by EU policies, emphasises community involvement and scaled-up building renovations, demanding effective national implementation and key factors like harmonised definitions and tailored financing for success.
Publication
21/06/2024
The US Department of Energy's new national definition aims to establish clear criteria for zero emissions buildings, enhancing clarity and confidence in real estate sustainability efforts.
News
21/06/2024
The IEA's special report, Strategies for Affordable and Fair Clean Energy Transitions, addresses the need for significant investment and equitable policies to ensure clean energy transitions are accessible and fair amidst rising living costs and the benefits of reduced reliance on fossil fuels.
Publication
20/06/2024
Residents of Burgas can invest in a municipal solar plant for a 30% return over ten years, as part of a citizen energy community.
News
20/06/2024
Millions of European citizens struggle to afford housing bills, but there is hope on the horizon.
News
20/06/2024
The EU Peers Summit in Brussels highlighted the critical role of one-stop shops in advancing energy-efficient building renovations to achieve a zero-emission EU building stock by 2050.
News
18/06/2024
In the article, project manager Kadri Kallast takes a closer look at the barriers homeowners need to overcome when renovating buildings placed under heritage protection and how they should be supported along the way.
Article
17/06/2024
Buildings must be renovated at a faster rate using cost-effective methods showcased by Horizon programme projects to meet the European Green Deal’s emission reduction goals.
Publication
17/06/2024